Nurses ’ identification and reporting of medication errors

ConclusionNurses are able to identify medication errors, but are reluctant to report them. Fear of the consequences was the main reason given for not reporting medication errors. When errors are reported, it is likely to be to physicians.Relevance to clinical practiceThe development of a common agreed definition of a medication error, along with clear and robust reporting mechanisms, would be a positive step towards increasing patient safety. Staff reporting medication errors should be supported, not punished, and the information provided used to improve the system.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - November 14, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Hasan Fehmi Dirik, Menevse Samur, Seyda Seren Intepeler, Alistair Hewison Tags: Original Article Source Type: research